2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 508 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Uplander | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
